Lisa Leslie on Kobe Bryant, Magic Johnson & Her Historic Statue Unveiling | Chiney Today

Lisa Leslie joins Chiney Ogwumike for a special conversation ahead of becoming the first WNBA player to receive a statue at Star Plaza outside Crypto.com Arena.

Lisa opens up about the hidden details built into her statue, including four gold elements representing her four Olympic gold medals and a red lipstick detail inspired by her book Don’t Let the Lipstick Fool You.

She also reflects on her close relationship with Kobe Bryant, why Kobe’s mother and sister will be at the unveiling, and the family moments she treasures most from their friendship.

Plus, Lisa takes Chiney inside her legendary basketball journey. From playing pickup with Magic Johnson and NBA players while playing in the WNBA, to scoring 101 points in one half of a high school game, to becoming the first player to dunk in a WNBA game and helping build the league from its inaugural season. 

In This Episode:-Lisa Leslie reveals the special details behind her historic statue

-Why the statue includes red lipstick

-Lisa reflects on Kobe Bryant, his family, and their bond

- Playing pickup with Magic Johnson and NBA players

-The truth behind Lisa’s 101-point half in high school

-Becoming the first player to dunk in a WNBA game

-Helping launch the WNBA and carrying the torch for women’s basketball

-Battling the Houston Comets dynasty and what it took for the Sparks to break through